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Paid Workforce Training Program: A Non-College Path to High-Wage Jobs.

This Act establishes a federal program offering paid, full-time workforce training as an alternative to college for citizens without a bachelor's degree. Employers receive subsidies to train individuals for specialized jobs that must pay at least 80% of the local median household income. The program is funded by a new excise tax on large private university endowments.
Key points
Creates a structured, paid, full-time training path for US citizens who have a high school diploma but no bachelor's degree.
Employers receive up to $9,000 in subsidies per trainee for training costs and a $1,000 bonus upon hiring the trainee full-time.
The target job position must offer a salary equal to at least 80% of the median household income in the local county.
The program is financed by a new 1% excise tax imposed on the endowments of private colleges and universities with assets exceeding $2.5 billion.
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Print number: 118_S_4287
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2024-05-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

American Workforce Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4287.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creates a structured, paid, full-time training path for US citizens who have a high school diploma but no bachelor's degree.
  • Employers receive up to $9,000 in subsidies per trainee for training costs and a $1,000 bonus upon hiring the trainee full-time.
  • The target job position must offer a salary equal to at least 80% of the median household income in the local county.
  • The program is financed by a new 1% excise tax imposed on the endowments of private colleges and universities with assets exceeding $2.5 billion.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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